(3 cr.) This course explores the meanings of such
normative distinctions as good/bad, right/wrong,
and good/evil. Students critically examine
theories of morality such as egoism,
utilitarianism, deontological ethics, divine
command theory, natural law theory,
sentimentalism and virtue ethics, as well as a
challenge to all ethical theorizing: the case for
moral relativism. Students focus on the
practical implications of theory: understandings
are brought to bear on various real-life
ethical issues such as war, poverty, racism,
abortion, and substance abuse.
Prerequisite: PL 101 or QU 101; Every Year, Spring and Summer